A collaboration between private and academic sectors trained young researchers to integrate traditional archaeological approaches and scientific techniques.
A need for researchers who have an interdisciplinary background in the realm of archaeology prompted the launch of the EU-funded NARNIA (New archaeological research network for integrating approaches to ancient material studies) project. The work was founded on the notion that comprehensive archaeological studies are best when combining traditional methods with analytical means. A primary focus was on ancient ceramics, glass, copper and its alloys, architecture and building decoration.
Further details: Archaeology meets science